Relationship Reflection
Introduction
Relationships
or partnerships are the order of the world. No person can be alone for a long
time, for it takes two to achieve anything in life, either negative or
positive, that is why it is said that no man is an island. Relationships are
either made, such as that between parents and siblings or are created, such as
that between friends.
The
relationship is important to me as I have always loved to be among people. I
delight in having to visit, chat and help people. I am the third child in a
family of seven. I and my siblings still share moments to date. I am an
outgoing sociable person that relates to everyone.
I do have
different categories of relationships at the moment. I have my King; my
husband, my children, and my staff, I do have my widow’s foundation members, my
fellow Rotarians, my kingdom women, youths, my church members, women in
business, royal queens of the Niger Delta of Nigeria, etc., the list is not exhaustive.
My
relationship with my King is positive. This is our 25th year of marriage and we
have three beautiful children. We work together to keep our kingdom afloat and
peaceful. We are great friends. Our relationship strength lies in our mutual
respect and our faith in God. My children and I synergize in most of our
adventure together, people mistake us as siblings. I have always taught them
and treated them with great respect. Our
motor is to be courageous and kind, that has kept us together.
As for my
widow’s foundation members, I visit and spend time with them periodically and
support them. They are a source of joy to me and I also elicit joy from them at
my visit. My fellow Rotarians are a wonderful group of people, whose ideals are
to help the underprivileged. My association with them gives me satisfaction.
My
kingdom, women, youths, children, etc., are my delight. I have been on the
throne for the last 25 years. I believe, the platform, I occupy was given to me
to touch lives positively and these I have done to the best of my ability. I
often create programs for them and visit them to assist them, for they
reverence me, and I enjoy being among them, as they always spoil me with care.
My church
members assist me to uphold my faith and they are always ready to help. We have
fellowship together. The women in business, I mentor and those in my profession,
we assist each other to make our business better. With the Royal Queens of the
Niger Delta Initiative, we share ideas, help each other with kingdom matters,
attend functions together and have developmental programs to enhance our status,
inform, and educate us.
Most
challenges I have had in relationships have been trusting issues. Those I have
had issues with have betrayed my trust. I have had to forgive but I have stayed
away from such persons over time. People also try to take me for granted due to
my kindness and status. When you do not trust people, it will be difficult to
work with them. Trust is a major issue to address and maintain in any
relationship.
Special
characteristics in relationships that make them partnership, would be when
people work together to attain a common goal. Mostly, progressive.
My
experiences with relationships and partnerships could impact my profession as a
childhood professionals in many ways. Such as being patient, forgives easily,
accommodate and accept people, caring, sharing, protective of those I care
about, always ready to help, providing feedback when necessary, encouraging
people, and being responsive (Weiss, Caspe & Lopez, 2006).
These factors I have learnt over the years are very necessary for supporting
the development of a child that will be beneficial in my profession as a
childhood professional.
Conclusion
Relationships
have played a major role in the formation of my character and my attitude to
life. Most of the relationship I have had has encouraged me, taught me,
principles of life, given the needed platform to excel and I know I am better
for it.
Reference
Weiss, H., Caspe,
M., & Lopez, M. (2006). Family involvement makes a difference. Retrieved
from
https://archive.globalfrp.org/publications-resources/publications-series/family-involvement-makes-a-difference/family-involvement-in-early-childhood-education
Hi Lady Josephine,
ReplyDeleteYour blog is quite interesting... for you have made a variety of relationships due to your status. I can see that you have built positive relationships among your family and the different groups that you are a part.
You have many the principles like love, kindness, caring and concern that defines you as an Early Childhood professional.
I really do applaud you and continue to build on your relationships and partnerships.
Interesting reading.
Jezelle
Dear Jezelle,
ReplyDeleteThanks for your kind words, I appreciate you greatly and I hope to continue to build on it, to make a successful childhood professional. I do count on your support. God bless
Best Regards,
Queen Josephine
Queen Josephine,
ReplyDeleteI apologize that I was not able to respond to you about how to create your blog, but you have done a beautiful job. I like how you talked about so many different relationships in your life. It seems that you know how to build a firm foundation in a relationship, but also how to keep that relationship strong. As you do this I can see that you also set and example for those that surround you. I cannot wait to find out more about you through this course.
-Heather
Dear Heather,
DeleteThanks for the visit and for all your kind words. Never mind about the blog creation issues, I figured it out soon after the inquiry. I have been in education for years as a proprietress and my focus has been on year 7-12, but now I have gone into preschoolers. So I need every help I can get, that's why I am back to school. I like to be hands on, in my business. I always build the systems and structures and let my staff just walk in, it helps so the business is ongoing in my absence. I hope to count on your knowledge and experience to support me. Thanks for understanding and God bless you.
Queen Josephine,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your blog. It is amazing how you have created so many positive relationships. Looking at your circle of relationships inspires me to see the beauty in relationships. I once was considered as a social butterfly, however, after experiencing my share of trust issues, my relationships are limited now. The ones that remain are strong, positive, and genuine; I cherish every moment being with them. Continue to let your light shine so that others will continue to see the beauty in you.
-Gigi
Dear Gigi,
DeleteThanks for your kind words. Relationships are inevitable. You just have to know how to manage them. I am glad you found strong and reliable relationships, they come handy for you need support. I know the experience you gain with them will support your being a great early childhood professional. I wish you the very best. Explore your world and come tops always. God bless you.